High Point Marriage Records
High Point marriage records are maintained by the Guilford County Register of Deeds. High Point is the third-largest city in Guilford County and is well known as the furniture capital of the world. The City of High Point does not issue marriage licenses or hold marriage certificates. All of that work belongs to the Guilford County Register of Deeds, which has a dedicated office right in High Point. Residents do not need to drive to the main Greensboro office for marriage services.
High Point Marriage Records Quick Facts
Guilford County Register of Deeds High Point Office
Guilford County maintains a Register of Deeds office specifically in High Point. The address is 325 E. Russell Avenue, Room 155, High Point, NC 27260. This local office handles the full range of marriage license and records services. High Point residents do not need to travel to the main Greensboro office at 201 W. Market Street unless they prefer to.
The phone number for both Guilford County offices is (336) 641-7556. Both locations are staffed to help with marriage license applications, certified copy requests, and historical record searches. When you call, staff can confirm current hours and tell you what to bring for your specific request.
| Office | Guilford County Register of Deeds - High Point Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 325 E. Russell Avenue, Room 155 High Point, NC 27260 |
| Phone | (336) 641-7556 |
| License Fee | $60 (cash, check, debit, or credit accepted) |
| County Website | guilfordcountync.gov/government/register-deeds |
| City Website | highpointnc.gov |
Applying for a High Point Marriage License
Both applicants must appear together at the High Point office on Russell Avenue. Neither person can apply alone. Each must present a valid photo ID. Driver's licenses, state-issued IDs, and passports are all accepted. If either party was married before, bring proof that the prior marriage ended.
The marriage license fee is $60 in Guilford County. Unlike some counties, Guilford accepts cash, personal check, debit cards, and credit cards. This gives couples flexibility in how they pay. Once you receive your license, it is valid for 60 days and can be used for a ceremony anywhere in North Carolina. No waiting period is required after receiving the license.
After your ceremony, the person who performed it must return the completed license to the Guilford County Register of Deeds within 10 days. You can return it to either the High Point office or the Greensboro main office. The register records it as a permanent part of the county's marriage history.
Keepsake Marriage Certificates in High Point
Guilford County offers an optional decorative keepsake certificate for $1. This is not a legal document. It is a commemorative version of your marriage certificate. Many couples order one alongside their official certified copies. You can request a keepsake certificate when you pick up your license or when you order certified copies later.
At just $1, the keepsake certificate is a simple and inexpensive way to mark the occasion. It makes a nice display item or a gift for family members. Just remember that only the standard certified copy works for legal purposes like name changes and passport applications.
Searching High Point Marriage Records
Guilford County marriage records going back to 1771 are part of the county's permanent collection. The High Point office holds access to these records just as the Greensboro main office does. You can request a search by coming in person to 325 E. Russell Avenue during regular office hours. Bring the names of both spouses and a rough date range for the marriage.
Staff at the High Point office are familiar with both modern record lookups and historical research requests. Genealogists researching High Point family histories will find this office a useful resource. Earlier records from the 1700s and 1800s may be on microfilm or in digitized formats. Staff can guide you to the right source.
Guilford County also has records predating the standard license era. Early marriage documents include bonds and registers that predate modern record keeping formats. For marriages before 1900, ask staff about which records are available and in what format at the High Point office.
High Point City Government and Vital Records
The City of High Point handles municipal services for residents but does not issue marriage licenses or store marriage records. All vital records in North Carolina are county functions. The city may point you toward county resources on its website, but the actual record keeping belongs to Guilford County.
High Point spans parts of both Guilford and Forsyth counties, though the largest portion is in Guilford. Residents in the Guilford County portion use the Guilford County Register of Deeds. Residents in the Forsyth County portion of High Point use the Forsyth County Register of Deeds in Winston-Salem. If you are unsure which county your address falls in, call the Guilford County office at (336) 641-7556 and staff can advise you.
Guilford County Marriage Records
High Point is in Guilford County, and all marriage records for the city are managed at the county level. The county operates two office locations, including one right in High Point. For full details on both offices, historical records dating to 1771, and all available services, visit the Guilford County marriage records page.